Practice Unconsolidated-undrained test (UU test) - 1.4 | 13. Triaxial Tests | Geotechnical Engineering - Vol 2
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Question 1

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What does the UU test primarily measure?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when soil is loaded with water present.

Question 2

Easy

In UU test conditions, is drainage allowed?

💡 Hint: Focus on the ‘undrained’ aspect of the test.

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Question 1

What is the primary focus of the UU test?

  • Advancing drainage capacity
  • Measured undrained shear strength of saturated soil
  • Monitoring soil consolidation

💡 Hint: Focus on what the test evaluates with respect to soil conditions.

Question 2

True or False: In a UU test, drainage is permitted.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the definition of 'undrained' in the test's name.

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Question 1

Explain how the calculated pore pressures (using parameters A and B) can affect construction projects on saturated clay soil.

💡 Hint: Consider the implications of pore pressures in structural stability.

Question 2

Design an outline for conducting a UU test that includes necessary equipment and steps followed.

💡 Hint: Think of the equipment and systematic approach needed in a testing lab.

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